Bob Howard Movies
In the Storyville Films series Harlem Roots, the fourth film deals with a more upbeat tempo. The popular "Soundies," which were short music programs featuring popular stars at the peak of their careers, were produced between 1941 and 1947. In Harlem Roots, Vol. 4: Jivin' Time, Nat King Cole performs "Got a Penny, Benny," Dorothy Dandridge sings "Zoot Suit," Mabel Lee does "Chicken Shack Shuffle," the Musical Madcaps offer "Rhythm of the Rhythm Band," and Dallas Bartley is "Cryin' and Singin' the Blues." ~ Alice Day, All Movie Guide
- 1986
A music performance video that includes all of the sound-films of Fats Waller in performance. He made them in 1941. They include the songs "Your Feet's Too Big," "Ain't Misbehavin'," "Honeysuckle Rose" and "The Joint Is Jumpin'." The tape includes seven performances by other artists. ~ All Movie Guide
- 1940
This musical presentation features early all-black music that is full of great dancing and hot music. ~ All Movie Guide
